Join us on the ultimate one-day road trip from Florence to San Gimignano — Tuscany’s iconic medieval hill town of towers — then just outside the walls to Tenuta Torciano for a guided wine, food, and olive oil tasting with friends.
We chase cypress-lined backroads, wander stone lanes packed with history, hunt down the best gelato in town, and soak in sweeping views across the Tuscan hills. Then it’s golden hour at the vineyard — crisp Vernaccia di San Gimignano, bold Sangiovese, and fresh bread dunked in peppery extra virgin olive oil. This is Tuscany done right.
Perfect for: Florence day trips · Tuscany travel planning · wine lovers · road trips in Italy
Locations: Florence → San Gimignano → Tenuta Torciano Winery
What we do:
Drive the Tuscan backroads from Florence: SP 222 (~1.5 hrs)
Explore San Gimignano’s medieval towers and stone lanes
Eat gelato (obviously)
Wine, food & olive oil tasting at Tenuta Torciano
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Contents of this Video:
00:00 Opening
00:57 Introduction to Episode
02:28 Route to Tenuta Torciano
02:46 Introduction to Aussie Friends/Travel Experiences
06:55 Exploration of San Gimignano
09:39 Coffee Recommendation
10:39 Driving From Florence to San Gimignano
13:02 Torre Salvucci Maggiore (San Gimignano)
14:34 Winery Tenuta Torciano
16:18 Conclusion
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What you’ll see
• Florence departure, coffee and Tuscan cypress-lined roads
• San Gimignano’s skyline, piazzas, and a quick gelato stop
• Short drive to Tenuta Torciano and vineyard walk
• Guided tasting: Vernaccia, Chianti/Sangiovese, Super Tuscan + olive oils
& balsamic
Helpful tips
• Where to get a coffee in Florence
• Drive time: ~1–1.5 hours Florence → San Gimignano (arrive early to beat
crowds)
• Parking: Use town lots outside the walls; bring coins or card
• Bookings: Reserve Tenuta Torciano tastings ahead
• Safety: Schedule tastings after driving; hydrate between pours
Keywords: Florence day trip, San Gimignano vlog, Tenuta Torciano tasting, Tuscany road trip, Vernaccia, Chianti, Super Tuscan, olive oil tasting, Tuscany travel guide, Italy itinerary, things to do near Florence
Before we hit the Tuscan roads, we make a single, perfect coffee stop at:
Bottega di Pasticceria by Piazza Francesco Ferrucci.
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